1999 Fiat Palio vs. 2006 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2006 Fiat Punto is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Fiat Palio would be higher. Both 1999 Fiat Palio and 2006 Fiat Punto are equipped with a 1,242 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Punto (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Palio. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Punto weights approximately 643 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Punto (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Fiat Palio | 2006 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Fiat | Fiat |
| Model | Palio | Punto |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1783 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 47 L |
